NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LARYNGECTOMEE CLUBSLaryngectomy means the removal of the larynx or voice box. A laryngectomee
is a person who has had this essential and life-saving operation. Laryngectomee
Clubs have been set up throughout the British Isles and Eire in association
with hospitals and speech therapy clinics to help laryngectomees master the
technique of producing a substitute voice. Membership of the clubs consists of
patients who, in the company of relatives, friends and interested professional
people, meet regularly to try their new voices, achieve fluency and give and
receive encouragement. Aims and objectives- To promote the rehabilitation of laryngectomees.
- To unite all clubs within the British Isles whose objectives are to promote
the welfare of laryngectomees.
- To encourage the formation of new clubs with similar objectives.
- To collect, co-ordinate and disseminate information relevant to the
rehabilitation of the laryngectomee.
- The Association can also advise on speech aids and medical supplies and
offers a referral service.
Publications include- Information for Laryngectomy Patients.
- Living with a Laryngectomy.
- Handbook for Laryngectomy Patients.
- The Diagnosis of Laryngeal Carcinoma.
- Emergency Resuscitation for Laryngectomy and Tracheostomy Patients.
- Emergency cards and car stickers.
National Association Of Laryngectomee Clubs
Ground floor
6 Rickett Street
Fulham
London
SW6 1RU  020-7381 9993
 020-7381 0025
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